grinch

[ɡrɪntʃ]

grinch Definition

a person who is mean-spirited and spoils other people's fun or enjoyment, especially during the Christmas season.

Using grinch: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "grinch" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Don't be such a grinch and let us have some fun!

  • Example

    He refused to participate in the office Secret Santa exchange, calling it a waste of time. What a grinch!

  • Example

    The Grinch is a fictional character created by Dr. Seuss who tries to ruin Christmas for the Whos in Whoville.

grinch Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for grinch

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Summary: grinch in Brief

'Grinch' [ɡrɪntʃ] is a noun that refers to a person who is mean-spirited and spoils other people's fun or enjoyment, especially during the Christmas season. It is often used in phrases like 'Don't be such a grinch' and 'What a grinch!' to describe someone who is being uncooperative or unsupportive of holiday festivities.

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